Nutrition & Physical Activity Report January 2014

1. School Physical Activity Environment Assessment Program/activity Elem Middle High Provide daily recess Yes No No Provide at least 150 minutes of physical education per week Yes No No Provide at least 225 minutes of physical education Yes No No Provide classroom physical activity integrated into school day 50% No No Provide intramural physical activity opportunities Yes Yes Yes Offer facilities to families/ community for physical activity opportunities Yes Yes Yes Nutrient Analysis Averaged over the course of a week, lunch menus offered in our schools provide the following: “Promoting healthy and safe behaviors among students is an important part of the fundamental mission of schools.” School Health Index-Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Campbell County Schools 101 Orchard Lane Alexandria, KY 41001 859-635-2173 www.campbellcountyschools.org Nutrition & Physical Activity Report January 2014 Campbell Co. High School walking track and weight room are available for student use after school hours. All elementary schools are aggressively improving student movement. School level PTA/PTO groups as well as the district have supported major improvements to all playgrounds. Our playgrounds are modern, safe and available for public use. Physical Activity & Achievement Schools play a crucial role in influencing physical activity behaviors. Sound curriculum, policies, and facilities create an environment encouraging students and staff to engage in a variety of physical activity opportunities. Evidence supports a correlation between academic achievement and the physical well-being of students. Campbell County Schools are dedicated to serving nutritious meals and providing multiple physical activity opportunities as a means of helping our students reach proficiency. Intense physical activity programs have positive effects on academic achievement , including increased concentration; improved mathematics, reading, and writing test scores; and reduced disruptive behavior. -- Curricular Physical Activity and Academic Performance, Pediatric Exercise Science

2. National School Lunch The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) was conceived in 1946 as a “measure of national security to safeguard the health and well-being of the Nation’s children.” School districts receive federal reimbursement for each school lunch served that meets the United States Department of Agriculture nutrition guidelines. These guidelines promote meal quality while commodity donations help the farmer and help schools keep down meal prices. Our lunch meals are planned according to federal regulations that require minimum portion sizes of meat, fruit, vegetable, grains/breads and fluid milk for breakfast and lunch. We offer fresh fruits and vegetables every day. The menus aim for variety and allows us to make the most efficient use of the donated commodities. We offer 1% and skim milk, as well as 100% fruit juice. An analysis of our lunch menus are found elsewhere in this report card. The table below provides a synopsis of the lunch program, including participation and financial data. School Breakfast The School Breakfast Program (SBP) was established in 1966. School districts receive federal reimbursement for each school breakfast served that meets the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s nutrition guidelines. Studies show that children who participate in the School Breakfast Program have significantly higher standardized achievement test scores than non-participants. Children with access to school breakfast also had significantly reduced absence and tardiness rates. “Protecting children’s health and cognitive development may be the best way to build a strong America.” -- Dr. J. Larry Brown, Tufts University School of Nutrition We do not contract with retail establishments to provide entrée items, such as pizza, chicken and sub sandwiches. We do not deep fry any foods in our kitchens. Food and beverage items that are sold as ala carte extras meet the minimum nutritional standards required by the Kentucky Board of Education. These standards are designed to limit access to items with little or no nutrient density. Chefs salads are offered every day. Purpose of Brochure This brochure is provided in compliance with KRS 158.856 as an overview of the nutrition and physical activity available in the Campbell Co. School System with the recommendation for areas of improvement. The Board will review any recommendations offered by the general public in developing a plan to be implemented in the 14-15 school year. Please review this brochure and provide any comments or recommendations to the Campbell County School Food Service Director, Stephanie Caldwell at stephanie.caldwell@campbell.kyschools.us --l Nutrition Areas for Improvement • Improve our breakfast participation. Only 21% of our students eat breakfast at school. • Conduct taste test of new items. • Offer at least two or more choices of fruits at breakfast and two or more choices of fruits and vegetables at lunch for all students. Physical Activities Recommendations Teachers should make reasonable efforts to avoid long periods when students are physically inactive.  When possible, physical activity should be integrated into learning activities.  When that is not possible, students should be given periodic breaks during which they are encouraged to stand and be moderately active.